Melanie L. Robinson
Linden
Summary
Young professional with 5+ years of operational experience in retail clothing stores, looking for my next career opportunity in Visual Merchandising.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser
Primark
East Rutherford
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborate effectively with both visual and store teams to deliver cohesive and engaging visual presentations
- Style mannequins and execute visual displays in accordance with seasonal concepts and company style guides
- Install visual elements, including goal posts and clip frames, to enhance product visibility and customer engagement
- Adapt visual strategies to align with the preferences and demographics of each store’s customer base
- Maintain garment presentation through proper folding, sizing, and care to support an efficient in-store experience for our customers
- Assist with reviewing and approving photos, to maintain alignment with brand standards
- Partner with senior visual team members on store setups, campaign launches, and ongoing visual improvements
- Supported six stores with their New Store Opening process, ensuring consistency and high visual standards
- Assisted with the onboarding process for new visual merchandisers and managers
Assistant Manager
Tillys
Woodbridge
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Helped train and assign daily tasks to a team of 15+ associates
- Responsible for updating our store's visual displays and signage
- Engaged with customers to create sales to achieve our daily/weekly sales goals
- Assisted with all store opening and closing procedures
Assistant to Owner
Garbolino Boutique
Providence
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Sold high ticket merchandise to customers
- Rotated clothing displays on sales floor
- Was responsible for photos, videos, and social media posts
- Changed all the store mannequins
Workload/Visuals Team
Tillys
Warwick
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Changed mannequins displayed in store windows
- Created fixtures for new brands/styles
- Reworked display tables to display new merchandise
- Unpacked, prepared, and placed new merchandise on the sales floor
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Retailing, Fashion Marketing & Visual Merchandising
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2022
Skills
- Managed the daily operations of a high-end clothing boutique
- Experience interacting with customers across a variety of ages and income levels
- Accomplished in contributing to team projects
- Ability to pick up new skills and concepts quickly
Extracurricular Activities
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Sigma Nu Chapter, President, 11/20, 08/21 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Sigma Nu Chapter, Community Service Chair, 09/21, 04/22 Student Government Association, Senator, 08/21, 05/22 International Fashion Society, Treasurer, 09/20, 05/21 International Fashion Society, Treasurer, 09/19, 05/20 International Fashion Society, Treasurer, 03/22, 05/22
Timeline
Visual Merchandiser
Primark
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Tillys
06.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant to Owner
Garbolino Boutique
09.2021 - 04.2022
Workload/Visuals Team
Tillys
09.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Retailing, Fashion Marketing & Visual Merchandising
Johnson & Wales University
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